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2026 Jeep® Grand Cherokee Vs. Toyota Highlander

2026 Jeep® Grand Cherokee Vs. Toyota Highlander

2026 Jeep® Grand Cherokee

Vs.

2026 Toyota Highlander
2

Engine Options

2
324 hp

Maximum Horsepower

265 hp
332 lb-ft

Maximum Torque

310 lb-ft
6,200 pounds

Maximum Towing Capacity

5,000 pounds
Available

Air Suspension

Unavailable
Available

4-Wheel Drive

Unavailable

If your next SUV needs to handle weekend getaways as confidently as it handles your daily commutes through Normal, the 2026 Jeep® Grand Cherokee and the 2026 Toyota Highlander both deserve consideration. Each offers two engine choices, everyday capability, and a modern interior, making them perfect for family excursions and weekday errands alike. That said, only one has the performance you need to take on your favorite trails. Discover which SUV is right for you with this comprehensive Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. Toyota Highlander comparison from Sam Leman Chrysler Jeep Dodge Bloomington.

2026 Grand Cherokee Vs. Highlander: Performance

Although both the Grand Cherokee and the Highlander offer two engine options, each takes a different approach to performance. The Jeep Grand Cherokee lineup leans into V6 and turbocharged power, while the Toyota Highlander offers a turbocharged gas engine and an available hybrid option focused on fuel economy. The result is that the Jeep Grand Cherokee offers more overall power than the Highlander. See the specs below for the details:

Jeep Grand Cherokee Engine Options

  • 3.6L Pentastar® V6 Engine: 293 hp / 260 lb-ft of torque
  • 2.0L Hurricane 4 Turbo Engine: 324 hp / 332 lb-ft of torque

Toyota Highlander Engine Options

  • 2.4L 4-Cylinder Turbocharged Engine: 265 hp / 310 lb-ft of torque
  • 2.5L L4HV Hybrid Powertrain: 243 hp combined

2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Vs. Toyota Highlander: Towing Capacity

When you need to pull a boat, camper, or utility trailer out of Champaign, it’s hard to beat the towing power of the Jeep Grand Cherokee. Properly equipped, the Jeep Grand Cherokee tows up to 6,200 pounds, roughly 1,200 pounds more than the 5,000-pound tow capacity of the Toyota Highlander.

2026 Grand Cherokee Vs. Highlander: Off-Road Readiness

One of the biggest differences between the Jeep Grand Cherokee and the Toyota Highlander is their ability to tackle difficult terrain. The Jeep Grand Cherokee is engineered with a purpose-built 4×4 architecture, terrain-tuning controls, and chassis hardware designed to keep you moving when the pavement ends. The Toyota Highlander, by contrast, offers all-wheel drive calibrated more for the paved roads around Decatur. Below are a few features available exclusively on the Jeep Grand Cherokee:

  • Selec-Terrain® Traction Management System
  • Quadra-Trac I® or Quadra-Drive® II 4×4 system
  • Rear electronic limited-slip differential
  • Quadra-Lift® Air Suspension System

Test-Drive A New Grand Cherokee At Sam Leman Chrysler Jeep Dodge Bloomington

The best way to experience the power and capability of the Jeep Grand Cherokee is to get behind the wheel. Contact Sam Leman Chrysler Jeep Dodge Bloomington online or by phone at 309-271-0354 to schedule a test drive at our Bloomington dealership, and our team will show you how this Jeep® SUV stands out from the competition.

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